Journalism at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Colorado Boulder. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Colorado Boulder is located in Boulder, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 98 journalism degrees were granted at University of Colorado Boulder.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Online coursework is an option at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) studied exclusively online and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Journalism Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Rankings can help you compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 206 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #138 of 206 |
Earnings for Journalism Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Those who finish University of Colorado Boulder’s Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,625 |
| 2 years | $38,721 |
| 3 years | $52,240 |
| 4 years | $62,737 |
| 5 years | $75,662 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Journalism graduates from University of Colorado Boulder earn a median of $62,737, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Journalism graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $15,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Journalism graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Journalism graduates at University of Colorado Boulder are 63% women (62) and 37% men (36).
Journalism Bachelor’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 89 bachelor’s journalism graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, 64% were women (57) and 36% were men (32).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 67 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 35%.*
Journalism Master’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 9 master’s journalism degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 56% were women (5) and 44% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Journalism master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, lower than the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Journalism Concentrations at University of Colorado Boulder
This Journalism program at University of Colorado Boulder offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Journalism | 98 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Journalism program at University of Colorado Boulder pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Journalism graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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